Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice
This vegan Hoppin' John combines tender black-eyed peas and brown rice with tomatoes, onion, celery, sweet bell peppers, and jalapeño. Garlic, oregano, thyme, parsley, and a pinch of cayenne add layered herbal warmth and gentle heat, making it a hearty Southern-inspired dish for a comforting lunch or dinner.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook1 hr 20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 83
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 40
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 63
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring black-eyed peas and enough water to cover to a boil in a large pot. Remove the pot from the heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.
- 2
Bring black-eyed peas, water, bay leaf, oregano, and thyme to a boil in a large pot. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 40 minutes. Add rice, cover, and simmer until the black-eyed peas and rice are tender, 30 to 40 minutes more.
- 3
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add celery, bell peppers, and jalapeño; sauté for 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 2 minutes more.
- 4
When the black-eyed peas are tender, add the sautéed vegetable mixture, tomatoes, parsley, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the pot; stir until well combined. Cover and set aside to allow the flavors to blend, 5 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if needed.
- Calories 258.22 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 5.42 g Moderate 11%
- Carbohydrate 50.73 g 18%
- Total Fat 6.03 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.9 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.05 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 78.3 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 10.65 g Good Source 38%
- Total Sugars 11.65 g --
- Added Sugars 7.43 g Moderate 15%
- Calcium 144.8 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 1.91 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 570.93 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 42.89 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 150.63 mg Good Source 167%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Plant Based Hoppin' John with Black Eyed Peas and Brown Rice is made with 22 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Canned Tomatoes, Cayenne Pepper, and Celery. Each serving provides about 258.22 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Canned Tomatoes, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Diced Bell Pepper. The full list of 22 is above.
- How long does it take to make Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice?
- About 1 hr 45 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 258.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 22 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice healthy?
- Plant-Based Hoppin' John with Black-Eyed Peas and Brown Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 258.22 calories and 5.42 g of protein, or 11% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 7.43 g (15% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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